In a world that often misunderstands or misrepresents the Holy Spirit, Empowered is a timely sermon series designed to realign our understanding with what Scripture actually says. In this powerful kickoff message, Pastor David challenges us to stop treating the Holy Spirit like a mysterious third wheel of the Trinity. Instead, we are invited to embrace the Spirit’s presence as vital—not optional—for living a full, faith-filled, empowered life.
Referencing Acts 19, Pastor David asks the same question the Apostle Paul asked the early believers in Ephesus: “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you believed?” Many of us may have grown up in church traditions where the Holy Spirit was barely mentioned or treated as taboo—spoken of only in hushed tones or not at all. But Pastor David carefully walks us through both Old and New Testament examples that show the Holy Spirit has always been part of the story: from the Ruach of Genesis hovering over creation, to the Pneuma Jesus promised in the Gospels, to the fiery empowerment in Acts.
The Holy Spirit isn’t new. He’s not weird. And He’s not just for “those kinds” of Christians. He’s the Comforter, Helper, and Power Source every believer needs.
One of the most powerful moments in the message comes as Pastor David compares the Holy Spirit to a comforter pulled up at the end of a hard day. “When I lay under that comforter, my mind begins to rest, my soul begins to settle, and I can finally breathe.” That’s what the Holy Spirit offers us—not chaos, not confusion, but peace, strength, and presence. He’s not here to make you uncomfortable; He’s here to walk with you in every moment—empowering you to live bold, Spirit-led lives in a world that desperately needs hope and truth.
If you’ve ever wondered about the Holy Spirit, or felt unsure of what it means to live a Spirit-filled life, this is the series for you. The goal isn’t just information—it’s transformation. It’s not about being informed, but about being indwelt. Don’t settle for two-thirds of God. Engage with the fullness of the Trinity and step into everything God has for you.
KEY SCRIPTURE:
Acts 19:1-2
Genesis 1:2
Genesis 41:38
Matthew 3:11
2 Corinthians 13:14
John 14:26
John 16:7